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If my area redistricts schools can I still get in a school?

We bought specifically to be in a good school district. My kids are young and now they are talking about redistricting, and we'd be in a different highschool by the time my kids are old enough. What can I do if I don't want to move?
Asked By Mimi | Cullman, AL | 857 views | Schools | 2 years ago
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Marty & Abby Champagne

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Talk to the school district. I know in Wisconsin they do allow this to happen,
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Melissa Key

Woodland Realty, Inc.

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Hello! This question could be answered so differently for each school district. To get the most accurate advice you would need to contact your local school superintendent and have this discussion. In most sought-after school districts it may be quite difficult to petition the school to allow your children to attend.
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Jake & Yuliana Bond

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We have experienced much success in petitioning the school for access based on availability. Depending on availability most schools reserve a certain number of exceptions for students that may need to attend due to overcrowding in other areas. This is probably why they redrew the lines anyway.
Kristina Tickle

eXp, Realty

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The best option is to talk to the school district. Here in Memphis/Germantown TN they will allow a certain amount of transfer students.
Aimee ONeill

Compass Florida

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I agree with others....each district will answer differently. For example, in Boca Raton, Florida (which is in the Palm Beach School District) there are many Choice programs where parents apply to have their children attend the school for a specific program. And, these are generally not dependent on where you live. And, it's tough to predict so far in the future what programs may exist for your children as they grow-up. So, continue to monitor any changes and seek answers from your district.

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